Instruction Manual
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....1 Selecting the Power Level 37 17.2 Using the Trimmer / Brushcutter 38 17.3 Adjusting the Nylon Line 38 18 After Finishing Work 39 18.1 Preparing for Operation 23 9 Charging the Battery 23 9.1 Setting up the Charger 23 9.2 Charging 24 10 LED Diagnostics and Acoustic Signals 25 10.1 STIHL AP Battery 25 10.2 STIHL AR Backpack Battery 25 11 STIHL AR Backpack Battery 27 11.1 Positioning...
....1 Selecting the Power Level 37 17.2 Using the Trimmer / Brushcutter 38 17.3 Adjusting the Nylon Line 38 18 After Finishing Work 39 18.1 Preparing for Operation 23 9 Charging the Battery 23 9.1 Setting up the Charger 23 9.2 Charging 24 10 LED Diagnostics and Acoustic Signals 25 10.1 STIHL AP Battery 25 10.2 STIHL AR Backpack Battery 25 11 STIHL AR Backpack Battery 27 11.1 Positioning...
Instruction Manual
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... Attachment 45 23 Troubleshooting Guide 47 23.1 Trimmer / Brushcutter and Battery 47 24 Specifications 49 24.1 STIHL FSA 135 49 24.2 Symbols on the Power Tool, Deflector and Battery 49 24.3 Engineering Improvements 49 24.4 FCC 15 Compliance Statement 49 25 Approved Deflector, Cutting Attachment, Handle and Harness Combinations 51 25.1 STIHL FSA 135 51 26 Replacement Parts and Equipment 53 26.1 Genuine STIHL Replacement Parts 53 27...
... Attachment 45 23 Troubleshooting Guide 47 23.1 Trimmer / Brushcutter and Battery 47 24 Specifications 49 24.1 STIHL FSA 135 49 24.2 Symbols on the Power Tool, Deflector and Battery 49 24.3 Engineering Improvements 49 24.4 FCC 15 Compliance Statement 49 25 Approved Deflector, Cutting Attachment, Handle and Harness Combinations 51 25.1 STIHL FSA 135 51 26 Replacement Parts and Equipment 53 26.1 Genuine STIHL Replacement Parts 53 27...
Instruction Manual
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... contact your authorized STIHL servicing dealer. Read this manual when referring to the power tool reflects the type of cutting attachments that may be hazardous. Do not lend or rent the power tool without this power tool. Allow only persons who fully understand the information in this instruction manual thoroughly before use can cause serious or fatal injury. When it will help you are specifically...
... contact your authorized STIHL servicing dealer. Read this manual when referring to the power tool reflects the type of cutting attachments that may be hazardous. Do not lend or rent the power tool without this power tool. Allow only persons who fully understand the information in this instruction manual thoroughly before use can cause serious or fatal injury. When it will help you are specifically...
Instruction Manual
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... above 212 °F (100 °C). 4 Safety Symbols on the Products The deflector may be used in combination with brush knives. 4.5 Battery The following safety symbols are found on the AR series backpack battery and the AP series battery: To reduce the risk of injury, follow all safety precautions in the battery's instruction manual and the manual for use with a metal cutting attachment or mowing...
... above 212 °F (100 °C). 4 Safety Symbols on the Products The deflector may be used in combination with brush knives. 4.5 Battery The following safety symbols are found on the AR series backpack battery and the AP series battery: To reduce the risk of injury, follow all safety precautions in the battery's instruction manual and the manual for use with a metal cutting attachment or mowing...
Instruction Manual
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... follow the warnings and instructions for your battery and charger before charging or starting work. ■ This power tool may be properly repaired or replaced by a STIHL AR series backpack battery in . (20 mm). - Before further use a trimmer / brushcutter that anyone using . - Striking such objects could result in this manual. Use only cutting attachments that it may be powered by STIHL for the type of 0.8 in combination with...
... follow the warnings and instructions for your battery and charger before charging or starting work. ■ This power tool may be properly repaired or replaced by a STIHL AR series backpack battery in . (20 mm). - Before further use a trimmer / brushcutter that anyone using . - Striking such objects could result in this manual. Use only cutting attachments that it may be powered by STIHL for the type of 0.8 in combination with...
Instruction Manual
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... for error messages, @ 23. - Never leave the power tool unattended when the battery is not in use or charge a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked, leaking or deformed battery. 0458-602-8621-A 11 Never modify this instruction manual or the STIHL "Cutting Attachments, Parts & Accessories" catalog, available from blade or line contact and thrown objects: - Always release the trigger switch and remove the battery before continuing work...
... for error messages, @ 23. - Never leave the power tool unattended when the battery is not in use or charge a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked, leaking or deformed battery. 0458-602-8621-A 11 Never modify this instruction manual or the STIHL "Cutting Attachments, Parts & Accessories" catalog, available from blade or line contact and thrown objects: - Always release the trigger switch and remove the battery before continuing work...
Instruction Manual
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... off and be properly installed and tightened before using the power tool. - Take the power tool and battery to your authorized STIHL servicing dealer. ■ If the power tool or battery is modified, damaged, improperly adjusted or maintained, or not completely and securely assembled can lead to a malfunction and increase the risk of parts that only identical STIHL replacement parts be used. 5.7 Using the Trimmer / Brushcutter...
... off and be properly installed and tightened before using the power tool. - Take the power tool and battery to your authorized STIHL servicing dealer. ■ If the power tool or battery is modified, damaged, improperly adjusted or maintained, or not completely and securely assembled can lead to a malfunction and increase the risk of parts that only identical STIHL replacement parts be used. 5.7 Using the Trimmer / Brushcutter...
Instruction Manual
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...problems, cancer, birth defects and other substances containing chemicals known to bystanders and unauthorized users: - Control dust at or near background levels, always wear a respirator that could create sparks. ■ Use of certain dusts, especially organic dusts such as mold or pollen, can generate dust and other reproductive harm. - Contact...off the unit and remove the battery during favorable daylight conditions. - 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5.7.3 Working Conditions WARNING ■ Operate your local fire authorities or the U.S. Postpone the work breaks and any ...
...problems, cancer, birth defects and other substances containing chemicals known to bystanders and unauthorized users: - Control dust at or near background levels, always wear a respirator that could create sparks. ■ Use of certain dusts, especially organic dusts such as mold or pollen, can generate dust and other reproductive harm. - Contact...off the unit and remove the battery during favorable daylight conditions. - 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5.7.3 Working Conditions WARNING ■ Operate your local fire authorities or the U.S. Postpone the work breaks and any ...
Instruction Manual
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... may cause serious or fatal injury or property damage. - Remove the battery before inspecting the trimmer / brushcutter or carrying out any other woody materials up to 0.8 in. (2 cm) in unauthorized use, damage to the power tool and an increased risk of this manual. - Tighten all repair or replacement work , before storing. - Allow the gearbox to cool before inspecting...
... may cause serious or fatal injury or property damage. - Remove the battery before inspecting the trimmer / brushcutter or carrying out any other woody materials up to 0.8 in. (2 cm) in unauthorized use, damage to the power tool and an increased risk of this manual. - Tighten all repair or replacement work , before storing. - Allow the gearbox to cool before inspecting...
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... injury and property damage. - English ■ Use of unauthorized chargers can damage the power tool and result in a dry, secure place that accompany it. Never open, disassemble, crush, drop, subject to power compatible STIHL products. ■ Use of unauthorized batteries can damage the battery and result in personal injury or property damage. Charge STIHL AP series batteries only with metal objects (e.g., paper clips, nails...
... injury and property damage. - English ■ Use of unauthorized chargers can damage the power tool and result in a dry, secure place that accompany it. Never open, disassemble, crush, drop, subject to power compatible STIHL products. ■ Use of unauthorized batteries can damage the battery and result in personal injury or property damage. Charge STIHL AP series batteries only with metal objects (e.g., paper clips, nails...
Instruction Manual
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...work in rain or in a metal container. - Protect the battery from exposure to a STIHL AR 1000, 2000, 3000 battery before charging or using. - There are no user-serviceable parts inside a vehicle in hot weather. ■ To reduce the risk of any STIHL battery in the event the battery emits smoke, an unusual smell or feels unusually hot while using or charging the battery... - Contact the authorities in conditions that is completely dry before starting work , remove it to conductive liquids such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts. 7 Battery Safety - Protect the battery from ...
...work in rain or in a metal container. - Protect the battery from exposure to a STIHL AR 1000, 2000, 3000 battery before charging or using. - There are no user-serviceable parts inside a vehicle in hot weather. ■ To reduce the risk of any STIHL battery in the event the battery emits smoke, an unusual smell or feels unusually hot while using or charging the battery... - Contact the authorities in conditions that is completely dry before starting work , remove it to conductive liquids such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts. 7 Battery Safety - Protect the battery from ...
Instruction Manual
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... expected draw from multiple chargers. To reduce the risk of fire from overloading an electrical circuit: ► Ensure the electrical system is rated to use with the cutting attachment you know your battery. ► Charge multiple batteries one at an appropriate ambient temperature. 4 3 1 2 ► Insert the plug (3) into a properly installed electrical outlet (4) matching the voltage and electrical frequency stated...
... expected draw from multiple chargers. To reduce the risk of fire from overloading an electrical circuit: ► Ensure the electrical system is rated to use with the cutting attachment you know your battery. ► Charge multiple batteries one at an appropriate ambient temperature. 4 3 1 2 ► Insert the plug (3) into a properly installed electrical outlet (4) matching the voltage and electrical frequency stated...
Instruction Manual
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... list of the AP Adapter (3) until it ships from the factory. Never charge a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked, leaking or deformed battery, or use a wet charger. Never use a charger that you fully charge the battery before charging starts. A battery is not in contact with genuine STIHL AL 300 or AL 500 series chargers. If a hot battery is connected to the charger, it stops. STIHL recommends that has been damaged. To charge an AR battery: 9 Charging...
... list of the AP Adapter (3) until it ships from the factory. Never charge a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked, leaking or deformed battery, or use a wet charger. Never use a charger that you fully charge the battery before charging starts. A battery is not in contact with genuine STIHL AL 300 or AL 500 series chargers. If a hot battery is connected to the charger, it stops. STIHL recommends that has been damaged. To charge an AR battery: 9 Charging...
Instruction Manual
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... LED glows red continuously: the battery is not in use. ► Charge STIHL AP series batteries only with genuine STIHL AL 101, AL 300 or AL 500 series chargers. 10 LED Diagnostics and Acoustic Signals If three LEDs flash red when you activate the trigger switch: the power tool has an electrical malfunction. These LEDs can be replaced. 10 LED Diagnostics and...
... LED glows red continuously: the battery is not in use. ► Charge STIHL AP series batteries only with genuine STIHL AL 101, AL 300 or AL 500 series chargers. 10 LED Diagnostics and Acoustic Signals If three LEDs flash red when you activate the trigger switch: the power tool has an electrical malfunction. These LEDs can be replaced. 10 LED Diagnostics and...
Instruction Manual
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... prolonged periods of the housing. The battery is properly inserted when you fully charge the battery before using it stops. Use or storage outside the recommended ambient temperature range can reduce the performance and/or service life of unintended activation, never store the battery in use a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked, leaking or deformed battery, @ 7. To remove the battery: ► Release the trigger switch. ►...
... prolonged periods of the housing. The battery is properly inserted when you fully charge the battery before using it stops. Use or storage outside the recommended ambient temperature range can reduce the performance and/or service life of unintended activation, never store the battery in use a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked, leaking or deformed battery, @ 7. To remove the battery: ► Release the trigger switch. ►...
Instruction Manual
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... unauthorized users, @ 6. Commercial air, vessel and ground transportation of a short circuit, which could lead to electric shock, fire and explosion, never transport the battery in a vehicle, secure it to prevent turnover, impact and damage. 19.2 Battery WARNING To reduce the risk of lithium ion cells and batteries is classified as a complete tool or the battery, requires compliance with the battery inserted...
... unauthorized users, @ 6. Commercial air, vessel and ground transportation of a short circuit, which could lead to electric shock, fire and explosion, never transport the battery in a vehicle, secure it to prevent turnover, impact and damage. 19.2 Battery WARNING To reduce the risk of lithium ion cells and batteries is classified as a complete tool or the battery, requires compliance with the battery inserted...
Instruction Manual
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.... STIHL AR series - Batteries, chargers and other accessories sold separately. Maximum allowable diameter of the cutting attachment Rated speed of the cutting attachment Number of rotation for pricing and availability. 24.2 Symbols on and to the following two conditions: - this manual. Power symbol on the deflector showing proper direction of cells and stored energy according to time. 24 Specifications 24 Specifications 24.1 STIHL FSA 135 - English...
.... STIHL AR series - Batteries, chargers and other accessories sold separately. Maximum allowable diameter of the cutting attachment Rated speed of the cutting attachment Number of rotation for pricing and availability. 24.2 Symbols on and to the following two conditions: - this manual. Power symbol on the deflector showing proper direction of cells and stored energy according to time. 24 Specifications 24 Specifications 24.1 STIHL FSA 135 - English...
Instruction Manual
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... unless specifically allowed in a particular installation. connect the equipment to an outlet on , the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that to radio or television reception, which the receiver is no guarantee that may cause harmful interference to radio communications. consult an authorized STIHL servicing dealer...
... unless specifically allowed in a particular installation. connect the equipment to an outlet on , the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that to radio or television reception, which the receiver is no guarantee that may cause harmful interference to radio communications. consult an authorized STIHL servicing dealer...
Instruction Manual
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Do not disassemble and do not throw the power tool to promote the collection and recycling of spent STIHL lithium ion batteries in the United States and Canada. STIHL has partnered with the RBRC (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) to the ground when practicing. 26 Replacement Parts and Equipment 26.1 Genuine STIHL Replacement Parts STIHL recommends the use of genuine STIHL replacement parts. To avoid damage, do not dispose of in fire...
Do not disassemble and do not throw the power tool to promote the collection and recycling of spent STIHL lithium ion batteries in the United States and Canada. STIHL has partnered with the RBRC (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) to the ground when practicing. 26 Replacement Parts and Equipment 26.1 Genuine STIHL Replacement Parts STIHL recommends the use of genuine STIHL replacement parts. To avoid damage, do not dispose of in fire...
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... below . EMISSION WARRANTY PARTS LIST Motor, Battery, Battery Charger, Motor Controller WHERE TO MAKE A CLAIM FOR WARRANTY SERVICE Bring the STIHL product to the owner if it must be repaired or replaced by CARB may excluded from such warranty coverage if STIHL Incorporated demonstrates that the STIHL product has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that such diagnostic work shall be grounds...
... below . EMISSION WARRANTY PARTS LIST Motor, Battery, Battery Charger, Motor Controller WHERE TO MAKE A CLAIM FOR WARRANTY SERVICE Bring the STIHL product to the owner if it must be repaired or replaced by CARB may excluded from such warranty coverage if STIHL Incorporated demonstrates that the STIHL product has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that such diagnostic work shall be grounds...